Anti-GM campaigners have welcomed a decision by biotechnology giant Monsanto to pull out of the European seed cereal business.The announcement came as the Government published its report into GM crop trials and its effects on the environment and wildlife.

Friends of the Earth (FoE) hailed the announcement as a victory for anti-GM campaigners.

Operations in France, Germany and the Czech Republic will also be affected by the closure. It follows a broadside this week at GM companies by EU Environment Commissioner Margot Wallstrom.She accused US bio-tech companies of "trying to lie" and "force" unsuitable GM technology

I recieved a pair of bamboo fiber underwear for Christmas. Because I don't know the effects of bamboo pressed against my nether regions for hours on end, I'd better shy away from wearing them at all. Could be dangerous.